KINeSYS Hires 27 New Sales Reps; Sales up 40% in 2004

KINeSYS has hired 27 new sales representatives. After a comprehensive review and extensive search, CEO Jeff Kletter handpicked these reps for their experience, knowledge and performance in each of KINeSYS’ key business segments, including outdoor, sportin

WaterMark Pulls in Second Recruit Since Portland Move

WaterMark has hired Chris Bogue, a 20-year sales veteran, as a director of sales for its family of outdoor brands. In this position, Bogue’s primary responsibilities will be to provide strategic direction towards the sales vision, work closely with the W

Saucony Posts Net Loss with 3% Q4 Sales Gain

Saucony announced a net loss of $316,000 in the fourth quarter of 2004, compared to net income of $1.5 million in the fourth quarter of 2003. Diluted loss per share was (5 cents) per Class A share and (5 cents) per Class B share. Net sales for the fourth

Sportsman’s Guide Sales Jump 29%; Income up 21%

The Sportsman's Guide reported sales for the quarter were $92.5 million, a 29% increase over the $71.7 million reported one year ago. The Company reported net earnings of $4.6 million, or 85 cents per fully diluted share for the fourth quarter, compa

NPD: Athletic Footwear Consumer Spending Climbs 3.1%

Consumer spending for athletic footwear rose 3.1% to $16.4 billion in 2004, according to research by The NPD Group. Consumers actually purchased 4.5% more pairs of athletic shoes in 2004 than the year before, but spent an average of 1.6% less for each pai

PacSun February Comps Climb 10.5%

Pacific Sunwear of California total sales for the four weeks of February, 2005 were $83.1 million, an increase of 22.7% over total sales of $67.7 million for the four weeks of February of fiscal 2004. Company same-store sales increased 10.5% for the compa

PacSun Q4 Income Climbs 19% with 5.1% Comp Sales increase

Pacific Sunwear of California net income for the fourth quarter increased 19% to $40.9 million compared to $34.5 million for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2003. Total sales for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2004 were $379.7 million, an increase of 16.2% ove

New Balance Launches New Ad Campaign

New Balance has launched a new ad campaign designed to “celebrate the pure motivation and effort of athletes who play for personal reasons.” The company stated that the it will reinforce the brand’s long-time dedication to performance with the launch of

Scott USA Adds to New England Sales Force

Realizing a successful New England season, Scott wintersport has ramped up their efforts leading into the 2005-2006 season. New England sales representative Peter Kidd welcomes Adam Sink and Lauren Knox to assist in all Scott product lines; goggles, glov